Assistant Quantity Surveyor

The Construction Index Ltd; Haywards Heath; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and growing infrastructure team as an Assistant Quantity Surveyor. This role offers a unique opportunity to engage in all stages of the project life cycle, from cost planning to contract administration. You'll gain hands-on experience working on significant civil engineering projects across the UK, learning from seasoned professionals who are committed to your development. With a supportive team culture and clear career progression, this is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in quantity surveying. If you're ambitious and eager to learn, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible Working

Career Progression Support

Continual Training

Supportive Team Culture

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in Quantity Surveying or Construction required.
• Strong numeracy and attention to detail are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in preparing cost estimates and budgets.
• Monitoring project spend and ensuring commercial control.

Skills

Numeracy

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Proactive Attitude

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying

HNC/HND in Construction

Tools

NEC Contracts

Job description

• Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + + package
• Type: Full Time
• Region: UK - South East
• Town/City: Haywards Heath, West Sussex
• Posted: 06/05/2025
• Listed in: Quantity Surveyors
• Reference: BBBH3558_1746537772
  
  

Job Description

Looking to take your first or next step in quantity surveying? Join a dynamic, growing infrastructure team delivering key civil engineering projects across the UK.

We're on the hunt for an ambitious Assistant Quantity Surveyor who's ready to get stuck into all stages of the project life cycle. From cost planning and tender analysis to contract administration and final account preparation, you'll be fully involved - not just stuck behind a desk. This role offers a real mix of office and site-based work, giving you a well-rounded foundation in infrastructure surveying. You'll be learning directly from experienced professionals who'll support your development every step of the way.

What You'll Be Doing

Assisting in preparing accurate cost estimates, budgets, and cash flow forecasts

Supporting procurement and tendering processes for subcontractors and suppliers

Monitoring project spend and ensuring commercial control throughout the job

Liaising with clients, contractors, and internal teams to maintain smooth delivery

Helping manage contract variations, valuations, and risk assessments

Preparing monthly commercial reports and supporting final account negotiations

Why join us?

Be part of a respected and forward-thinking business

Work on nationally significant infrastructure projects

Clear career progression, Chartership and APC support, and continual training

Flexible working and a supportive, down-to-earth team culture

What We're Looking For

A relevant degree or HNC/HND in Quantity Surveying or Construction

Strong numeracy and attention to detail

Excellent communication skills - written and verbal

A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take responsibility

Knowledge of NEC contracts

Please apply if this sounds of interest!

Aldwych Consulting values diversity and promotes equality. No terminology in this advert is intended to discriminate against any of the protected characteristics that fall under the Equality Act 2010. We encourage and welcome applications from all sections of society and are happy to discuss reasonable adjustments and/or additional arrangements as required to support your application.

Candidates must be eligible to live and work in the UK.

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